Description
Cucumber sandwiches are the ultimate light snack that adds a touch of elegance to any gathering. Combining the crisp, refreshing taste of cucumbers with creamy spreads, these delightful bites are perfect for brunches, picnics, or afternoon tea. Not only are they incredibly easy to prepare, taking just minutes to assemble, but they also cater to various tastes and occasions. Whether you’re hosting a garden party or enjoying a casual get-together, cucumber sandwiches are sure to impress your guests with their delicate flavor and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 English cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
- 8 slices white bread (e.g., Pepperidge Farm Very Thin White)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or cream cheese, softened
- 1/8 teaspoon salt (plus more as needed)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground white or black pepper
- Optional: assorted herbs (watercress, mint leaves, dill)
Instructions
- Salt the cucumbers by arranging them on a paper towel-lined baking sheet and sprinkling lightly with salt. Let sit for 20 minutes before patting dry.
- Spread butter or cream cheese generously on one side of each slice of bread.
- Layer cucumber slices over half of the bread slices, overlapping as necessary.
- Sprinkle with pepper and any optional herbs you'd like.
- Top with remaining bread slices and press down gently.
- Cut into quarters or desired shapes and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg